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South East Water Chief Executive Steps Down After Months of Outages and Criticism
The chief executive of South East Water has announced his resignation following months of criticism over major water outages that left thousands of homes across Kent and Sussex without supply during the winter crisis.
Residents Invited to Help Shape New Pump Track Plans in Maidstone
Residents in Maidstone are being invited to help shape plans for a new outdoor pump track at the former Willington Street Park and Ride site, with proposals also including rewilded green spaces designed to support local wildlife and biodiversity.
Fuel prices rising across West Kent as tensions in Iran hit global markets
Fuel prices across West Kent have risen sharply following tensions involving Iran, with increases of tens of percent in recent weeks. The rise is already affecting daily costs and could soon impact travel and wider prices, with no clear sign of improvement yet.
Costco plans huge new UK store with 250 jobs in Kent
Costco plans to open a large new warehouse store in Aylesford by 2028, creating around 250 jobs. The project is currently in consultation, with mixed reactions from locals over convenience versus traffic concerns.
Johnny Depp Spotted Filming in Maidstone Town Centre
Johnny Depp has been spotted filming outside MuMu in Maidstone, drawing crowds and sparking excitement as the town centre becomes the backdrop for a new Netflix horror project.
A Shopping Trolley in the River - and What It Says About Us
A shopping trolley dumped in a stream in Higham Wood highlights growing concerns about littering and environmental neglect across Tonbridge and West Kent.
Free water butts offered to Maidstone residents in flood-risk areas
Residents in flood-prone parts of Maidstone are being offered free water butts by Maidstone Borough Council as part of a scheme to reduce flood risk and promote sustainable water use.
Major Overhaul of Councils in Kent and Medway Moves to Next Stage
A public consultation has opened on major plans to reorganise councils across Kent and Medway, which could replace the current system with a smaller number of new unitary authorities delivering all local services.
Police Appeal After Serious Assault in Maidstone
Police are appealing for witnesses after a serious assault in Maidstone, urging the public to check CCTV and come forward with information.